Skur Buchan - Khaltsi, Leh Ladakh
Skur Buchan is a village situated in the Khaltsi tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 20 km from Khalsi and around 125 km from Leh. Skurbuchan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Skur Buchan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Skur Buchan is 000943. The village covers a total geographical area of 453.2 hectares and falls under the 194106 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 122 km away.
Skur Buchan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Skur Buchan
According to the 2011 Census, Skur Buchan village had a total population of 1,932 people, including 916 males and 1,016 females, living in 299 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.13%, with male literacy at 71.34% and female literacy at 61.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,905.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,932 | 916 | 1,016 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 138 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,905 | 901 | 1,004 |
| Literate Population | 1,117 | 555 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 815 | 361 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Skur Buchan
Skur Buchan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Skur Buchan
Skur Buchan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Leh to Skur Buchan is about 122 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Leh to Skur Buchan is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Skur Buchan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Skur Buchan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Skur Buchan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Skur Buchan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Skur Buchan
Where is Skur Buchan located?
Skur Buchan village is located in Khaltsi Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Skur Buchan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Skur Buchan is Skurbuchan.
What is the pincode of Skur Buchan?
The pincode of Skur Buchan is 194106.
What is the population of Skur Buchan?
Skur Buchan had a total population of 1,932, including 916 males and 1,016 females.
How many households are there in Skur Buchan?
Skur Buchan had 299 households.
What is the literacy rate in Skur Buchan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Skur Buchan was 66.13%. Male literacy was 71.34% and female literacy was 61.69%.